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10 forgotten free agents still on the market

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With attentions already turning toward the draft, many free agents are flying under the radar. The best of the rest all have age or injury concerns, but there's still a lot of talent left on the open market.

Here's a list of 10 veterans that could have a big impact for any team that signs them:

Reggie Nelson

A first-time Pro Bowler in 2015, Nelson busted out with eight interceptions and 77 tackles in his best season as a pro. He's touched base with the Tennessee Titans, Washington Redskins, and Atlanta Falcons, but has yet to sign anywhere. The Bengals have reportedly already moved on from the 32-year-old.

Leon Hall

A very good slot corner, age and injury are likely making teams reluctant to sign the 31-year-old. Hall has visited with the Arizona Cardinals and Dallas Cowboys recently, but is still on the market for any team needing an extremely reliable inside corner.

Arian Foster

The biggest name left on the list, Foster will bring his game-breaking ability to a lucky backfield in 2016. Foster could be waiting until after the draft to pick the right opportunity or may be hoping to forgo the rigors of training camp entirely. Either way, the Dolphins are odds-on favorite to land the four-time Pro Bowler, but it's anyone's guess where Foster will play next season.

Anquan Boldin

Boldin may have lost a step from a game that wasn't very quick to begin with, but could fit well on a contender that needs a physical possession receiver. The 35-year-old has drawn interest from the Redskins, but might end up back with the 49ers when it's all said and done.

Roddy White

He fell out of favor with Dan Quinn quickly, but White still has some gas left in the tank. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are the only team linked to White so far and could add to an already stellar group of red-zone threats for Jameis Winston.

Will Beatty

Once a premier offensive tackle, Beatty has been literally ripped apart by injuries over the last year. He suffered a torn pectoral last May, which cost him all of 2015, and underwent surgery for a torn rotator cuff toward the end of the year. Beatty is a low-risk, high-reward option for the right team on the right contract.

Jahri Evans

Another former premier offensive linemen is still available. Evans was cast off by the New Orleans Saints after 10 seasons as one of the NFL's best interior linemen, and could hold out until later in the offseason to avoid tedious spring activities. The Bills have brought Evans in for a visit.

Terrance Knighton

Pot Roast is still out there. The Redskins have interest in re-signing the big nose tackle, but the Patriots may swoop in, as Knighton is reportedly leaning toward playing in New England. Any team in need of a big man in the middle could still make a move, most likely on a short-term deal.

Dwight Freeney

Freeney proved down the stretch he still has more than enough moves to get after opposing quarterbacks. The unbelievably productive Freeney had eight sacks in 11 games with the Cardinals last season. In the right situation, the former Colt could equal or surpass those numbers at 36. The Ravens reportedly have interest.

Kroy Biermann

The high-motor defensive end is known for his incredible strength and toughness. He could be another situational player that would improve an already solid defense. The Bills have given Biermann a look, but declining production since a 2013 torn Achilles is likely holding teams back.

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